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Ending a marriage is never easy, and the thought of a long court fight can make the process even harder. Many people imagine divorce as endless hearings and stressful confrontations. The truth is, there are alternatives that can save you time, reduce tension and give...
Going through a divorce in Washington can be difficult. Aside from the emotional turmoil, you must also confront asset division. This process can be complicated, especially if you own intellectual property (IP). If you are an IP owner, understanding the state’s...
Involuntary termination of parental rights represents the most serious action courts can take in child welfare cases, permanently severing the legal relationship between parent and child. Washington courts only pursue this extreme measure when clear evidence shows...
Parents who share custody generally have to make certain compromises with one another. They have to give up some of their time with the children. They often need to cooperate when making major decisions about educational or medical matters. Ideally, parents work...
Relocation can become difficult if you are a co-parent who shares custody of your child. You may need to ask for the custody arrangement to be modified. For example, say that you and your ex live about 30 minutes apart. You exchange the children on a 3-2-2 schedule,...
After being married for decades, divorce seems unlikely. While the overall divorce trend is going down, among couples in their 50s and 60s, there’s been an increase over the past decade. It’s become such a trend that it even has its own name - gray divorce. And...
Divorce is not only emotional. It is also a major financial change. Couples often spend years saving, buying property and building security. They may have retirement accounts, real estate or even a business. When divorce begins, dividing these assets can feel...
The timing of divorce is generally a highly personal decision made by one or both spouses in a marriage. There are, however, trends that lead to more divorce filings in some months than others. According to one study from the University of Washington (UW), we’re...
Your partner just told you they want a divorce. As a military member, you are left wondering what happens next. Divorce is never easy. Military life adds even more challenges. This is your time to take control, know your protections and prepare for what’s ahead....
Couples who enjoy financial security during marriage often face very complex and contentious divorces. Both spouses may worry about preserving certain resources, limiting ongoing financial liability and maintaining a certain standard of living. As the marital estate...
